Keurig K-Cup K150 Owner's Manual page 16

SECTION 3 Cleaning & Maintenance (continued)
Grasp the top of the K-Cup
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one hand while pushing up on the bottom of the
K-Cup
other until it releases (fig. 23). After cleaning,
align the K-Cup
using the two front ribs as a guide, and snap
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them into place from the top.
2. Cleaning the Funnel —
removed from the K-Cup
pulling on it until it pops off (fig. 24). The Funnel
is dishwasher safe. To replace it, just snap it
back onto the K-Cup
3. Cleaning the Exit Needle —
located on the inside bottom of the K-Cup
Pack Holder Assembly. Should a clog arise due
to coffee grinds, it can be cleaned using a paper
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clip or similar tool. Remove the K-Cup
Holder Assembly and detach Funnel. Insert the
paper clip (as shown in fig. 24) into the Exit
Needle to loosen the clog, then flush with water.
The K-Cup
placed onto the top shelf of a dishwasher.
NOTE: Use low temperature cycles in the
dishwasher.
The Puncture Plate can be removed by
4. Cleaning the Puncture Plate —
grasping the finger grips of either side and pulling forward (fig. 25).
Pack Holder with
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Pack Holder from underneath with the
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Pack Holder with the opening
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The Funnel can be
Pack Holder by
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Pack Holder Assembly.
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The Exit Needle is
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Pack Holder Assembly can be
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Once removed, spray the Puncture Plate with detergent, brush clean and
rinse if necessary. Be sure to replace the Puncture Plate after cleaning to
ensure proper brewer operation.
CAUTION: There are sharp needles that puncture the K-Cup
K-Cup ® Pack Holder and in the bottom of the K-Cup
risk of injury, do not put your fingers in the K-Cup
cleaning the Water reservoir & Water reservoir Lid
The Water Reservoir Lid or Water Reservoir should not be put into the
dishwasher. They should be cleaned with a damp, soapy, non-abrasive cloth
and rinsed thoroughly. Do not dry the inside of the Water Reservoir with a
cloth as lint may remain.
thoroughly after cleaning to ensure that no cleaners or cleaning solutions
remain in this area as they may contaminate the water supply in the brewer.
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De-Scaling Your Brewer
Mineral content in water varies from place to place. Depending on the mineral
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content of the water in your area, calcium deposits or scale may build up in
your brewer. Scale is non-toxic, but left unattended, it can hinder brewer
performance. De-scaling your brewer helps maintain the heating element
and other internal parts of the brewer that come in contact with water.
The brewer should be de-scaled every 3-6 months to ensure optimal
performance. It is possible for calcium deposits to build up faster, making it
necessary to de-scale more often.
Properly follow the de-scaling procedure described on page 17.
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Pack Assembly Housing.
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CAUTION: Please rinse the Water Reservoir
® pack above the